Armed attack reported in Tulum, Quintana Roo; there are three dead and one injured
Unofficial versions indicate that among the victims would be a relative of the former mayor Romualda Dzul On the afternoon of May 6, the streets of the Maya neighborhood in Tulum, Quintana Roo, were the scene of a violent event that killed three people and injured one more. According to the preliminary report of the […]
“I change my vote for my missing daughter”; mothers maintain a sit-in in Chiapas
Mothers in resistance maintain a sit-in in front of the facilities of the Government Palace of Chiapas, where they ask that their relatives be located with the slogan “I will change my vote for my missing daughter.” The Madres en Resistencia collective launched the slogan “I will change my vote for my missing person,” demanding […]
NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR TAKING YOUR DOG TO THE USA FROM MEXICO: REGARDLESS WHERE IT ORIGINATED…
Starting August 1, 2024, the new rules from the CDC will go into effect. This will make sending our rescue dogs up north considerably more challenging. CDC issues regulations to control the entry of dogs into the United States from other countries. These rules apply to all dogs, including puppies, service animals, and dogs that […]
A Cow and 8,000 Pesos, That’s the Cost of a 14-Year-Old Girl, a Reality Coming to Netflix
Does it sound familiar? In the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, cases of child marriage still occur, particularly within the Triqui ethnic group, which spans the districts of Juxtlahuaca, Tlaxiaco, and Putla. This situation also occurs in other parts of the Republic, such as the neighboring state of Guerrero, which is the focus of this film. […]
Mexico’s President Accuses Press and Searchers of ‘Necrophilia’
The administration of Mexico’s president has leveled accusations against the press and volunteer searchers who seek missing persons’ bodies, using the term “necrophilia.” These comments, aired during a pre-taped segment on state-run television, drew widespread criticism. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is known for his confrontational style, but this particular segment used unusually crude language. […]
North America’s Biggest City Faces a Water Crisis
Mexico City, home to 22 million people, is grappling with a severe water crisis. The reservoirs and underground wells that supply the city are drying up due to low rainfall, rising temperatures, and outdated infrastructure. As a result, only a fraction of the city’s residents have continuous access to water throughout the year. The situation […]
‘Time, Patience, Cold Blood’: Mexico Prepares for a Potential Trump Win
Mexican officials and aides are gearing up for a potential shift in U.S. relations if Donald Trump wins in November. As Mexico approaches its presidential election next month, government officials and campaign aides are also bracing for a different vote: the possibility of Donald Trump returning to the presidency in the United States. The last […]
Organic Product Sale at La Plancha Park in Mérida World Fair Trade Day Celebration
This Saturday, May 11th, educational organizations and civil society invite you to the celebration of World Fair Trade Day, which will take place at the flagpole of La Plancha Park in Mérida. At the event, scheduled from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, there will be an exhibition and sale of local products such as tilapia […]
As Oaxaca experiences a tourism boom, residents are pushing back against the ‘Disneylandization’ of their city.
The influx of tourists has driven up housing costs and strained public resources, making life increasingly difficult for the local population. The city’s vibrant calendas, featuring brass bands, dancers, and giant puppets, have become a major attraction. However, a recent protest highlighted the negative effects of overtourism and gentrification, with demonstrators voicing concerns over the […]